H.R.15

Equality Act

Introduced·4/29/25

The Equality Act aims to prohibit discrimination based on sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation.

The Equality Act seeks to expand and clarify protections against discrimination based on sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation. It amends the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to include these characteristics in prohibitions against discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, education, credit, and jury service. The bill also addresses discrimination in federal funding and public facilities, ensuring equal protection under the law for LGBTQ individuals. It aims to provide consistent and comprehensive protections to prevent discrimination and promote equality.

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History

Apr 29, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Apr 29, 2025

House

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, Financial Services, House Administration, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.